Fierce battles during WWII left behind wrecks that are 'must-dive' sites now, like the Toa Maru in Kololuka and the Grand Central Station near Gizo. Kennedy Island, named after JF Kenndery is about 10 minutes by speed boat from Gizo.

Kavachi - the underwater submarine volcano offers a rare display of nature at work and the massive Marovo Lagoon is a proposed World Heritage Site

Eco-lodges dot Marovo and Vonavona Lagoons, once home to the dreaded head-hunters of the province. Skull shrines can still be found in the region. These bodies of clam water are great fishing spots as well.

Vella Lavella is - like Savo Island in the Central Province - home to Megapode birds.